Congress Stays United Amid Cabinet Expansion Concerns, Says Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Bengaluru, August 6: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar dismissed reports of discontent within the ruling Congress party following the recent cabinet expansion. He emphasized that the party remains united and that discussions with dissenting leaders were held in a positive atmosphere. Shivakumars remarks came after a meeting with senior Congress legislator M. Krishnaappa and his ... Read more Congress Stays United Amid Cabinet Expansion Concerns, Says Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Purported TimmapurNanjayyanamath Audio Triggers Fresh Row Over Cabinet Expansion
A purported audio clip linked to Congress leaders R.B. Timmapur and S.G. Nanjayyanamath has sparked fresh controversy over Karnataka's Cabinet expansion, with calls for an investigation.
Surjewala steps in as Karnataka Congress battles post-cabinet expansion discontent
Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala arrived in Bengaluru to address cabinet expansion issues. He is working with Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to resolve portfolio disputes. Disgruntled legislators are being pacified after the recent cabinet expansion. Some MLAs withdrew threats of resignation, while others expressed discontent. The party also faces challenges in the Legislative Council regarding its chairman nomination.
Road rage controversy: Karnataka High Court transfers Malur judge to Humnabad
Manipal Health shares rise 13% on debut
DMK Accuses Karnataka of Water Mismanagement Amid Cauvery Dispute
New Delhi, August 5: During the monsoon session on Wednesday, the DMK launched a fierce attack on the central and Karnataka governments regarding the Cauvery water dispute and the imposition of Hindi. Party MPs asserted that Tamil Nadus interests would not be compromised and that they would continue to raise public issues in the House. ... Read more DMK Accuses Karnataka of Water Mismanagement Amid Cauvery Dispute
Bengaluru may get another Vande Bharat sleeper service to Vizag
56-second fraud: K'taka cracks down on magnetic analyzers
FDEs become ITs hottest AI job, but talent shortage looms
HC calls Rs 5.3-cr job scam classic potboiler, refuses to quash case
Search op part of larger ED probe: HC
Karnataka Government to Support Training for Priests in 34,000 Rural Temples: CM Shivakumar
Bengaluru, August 5: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced on Wednesday that the state government is ready to provide all necessary assistance for the training of priests serving in rural temples. He urged priest associations and monasteries to take the initiative to enhance the skills of priests and preserve temple traditions. While addressing a conference, ... Read more Karnataka Government to Support Training for Priests in 34,000 Rural Temples: CM Shivakumar
Beer economics sour in 3 states: UBL
Belagavi hits 95% sowing target despite 4% rain deficit
What use is your apology? Kharge slams PTI for misreporting
Benagluru/New Delhi: News agency Press Trust of India (PTI) on Wednesday, August 5, apologised to Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge, admitting it had misrepresented his remark on the police constable recruitment examination in the state, describing it as a human error. PTI Editor (Visual Media) Shazi Zaman also apologised, calling it a misunderstanding and unfortunate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
EDs search and seizure operations are not independent civil actions: Karnataka High Court
The jurisdiction of the ED is inextricably intertwined with criminality. Attachment of property is merely an instrumentality employed in aid of prosecuting the offence of money laundering. It cannot, therefore, be artificially divorced from the criminal proceedings that give it life: High Court
Veterans groom sons for 2028 poll battle
Bangalore University student hit by auto succumbs, peers protest for traffic curbs on campus
River Mobility raises $120 million to fuel expansion
Aero India 2027 in Feb: Karnataka CM, IAF training command hold meeting
Karnataka to Submit Revised DPR for Mekedatu Project by August 15, Minister Asserts
Bengaluru, August 5: Karnatakas Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy stated on Wednesday that Tamil Nadu has no authority to halt the proposed Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir project. He emphasized that only the central government has the power to approve the project, and the state government will submit the revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) to the center ... Read more Karnataka to Submit Revised DPR for Mekedatu Project by August 15, Minister Asserts
Karnataka attracts fresh investments from Cipla, Rocket India during Mumbai roadshow
Karnatakas investment outreach gained momentum with major manufacturing expansion plans and fresh investor interest across infrastructure, renewable energy and industries.
Veeragallu at Neeragunda in Arsikere taluk throws light on Hoysala ruler Vishnuvardhanas last day
Villagers in Neeragunda, in Arsikere taluk, have stumbled upon a centuries-old veeragallu (hero stone) bearing a Kannada inscription that could resolve long-standing confusion over the date of the death of Vishnuvardhana, the celebrated ruler of the Hoysala dynasty
Biocon Q1 net profit surges fourfold to Rs 141 cr
Berth pangs in Karnataka Cabinet: Congress makes some headway as it parleys with miffed leaders Deccan Herald
WR announces special Ganpati festival trains from Mumbai, Konkan and Gujarat
The special trains will connect important railway hubs in Mumbai and Gujarat with destinations in Maharashtras Konkan region and Karnataka, officials said
DC forms panel to probe pollution of Kabini backwaters
AIDSO protest prompts VSKU to reduce admission fee by 1,100
Vice-Chancellor promises refund of excess amount collected after University Chalo agitation
Karnataka Transport Department seizes 263 illegal bike taxis across Bengaluru
A total of 263 vehicles were seized during a special enforcement drive conducted by the Transport Department across Bengaluru as part of a crackdown on the illegal commercial use of private two-wheelers, including bike taxis
Cipla, Rocket India announce Rs 300 crore expansion plans in Karnataka; Blackstone eyes data centres
Cipla and Rocket India will invest Rs 300 crore in Karnataka's manufacturing facilities. Blackstone is exploring investments in data centers and renewable energy infrastructure. Saint-Gobain plans to expand its manufacturing footprint within the state. Horizon is encouraged to consider industrial projects in tier two cities. These announcements occurred during Karnataka's investment roadshow in Mumbai.
Area under arecanut up by 30.25 % in last five years in India, 32.42 % in Karnataka
Production decreases by 8.22 % in the country and 16.05 % in Karnataka, according to Union Government
Karnataka: Tungabhadra Storage Nears 60 TMC, Farmers Press For Irrigation Water
The improvement in storage has brought relief to farmers who had been anxiously watching the monsoon, particularly after a delayed start to the rainy season: Reports
MCC clears encroachment of footpaths on Sayyaji Rao Road
Most of the footpath vendors obliged by removing their items including garments, footwear, plastic items, fruits, bangles etc.
Madhu Bangarappa to visit Shivamogga on August 7, review drought situation
Amid mounting discontent within the Karnataka Congress over the Cabinet expansion, an audio recording of a purported conversation between two senior Congress leaders has triggered fresh political controversy
MCC removes 83 tonnes of garbage from C.V. Road
Clean-up drive part of Corporations 80 Garbage-free Spots campaign
Womens organisations lash out against Karnataka all-male Cabinet
Theorganisationshave demanded that the government reconsider the decision and induct qualified women into the Council of Ministers.
Four-day Handloom Fair to begin in Mysuru from August 6
Shivalinge Gowda visits fields in Hassan, assures drought-hit farmers relief
The High Court of Karnataka has refused to quash a criminal case registered against two self-proclaimed Congress leaders for cheating over 5.3 crore promising jobs in various government departments
Karnataka government to soon release draft of policy on responsible AI
The draft of the policy, which is reportedly ready, is expected to published by the end of the month
Telangana Yet to Unlock Tiger Reserve Economy Despite Vast Forest Wealth
The NTCA study cites Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka as one of the country's most successful conservation models
Karnataka bandh call over river disputes Belagavi resolution
BCC resolution on Belagavi could trigger supersession demand, says Vatal
Jaffer P.C. appointed as BMRCL Managing Director ahead of Pink Line partial inauguration
Karnataka to prepare 10-20 year nanotechnology roadmap to drive research and innovation
In an ambitious move, Karnataka is developing a nanotechnology roadmap spanning 10 to 20 years. This initiative seeks to create synergies among researchers, industry leaders, and government officials. By identifying key research and commercialization priorities, the roadmap will pave the way for future advancements. This announcement was made following the 14th Nano summit, with the 15th summit set for August 2028.
Karnataka BJP threatens House disruption over Nagendra's return to Cabinet
Karnataka BJP threatens to disrupt the upcoming legislature session over minister B Nagendra's cabinet position. The opposition demands Nagendra's dismissal due to an ongoing Enforcement Directorate money laundering case. Allegations involve the diversion of approximately eighty-nine crore rupees from a tribal development corporation. Nagendra, who denies wrongdoing, was recently re-inducted into the cabinet by the Congress government. This move sets the stage for a significant confrontation during the legislative proceedings.
Vishwanath blames Siddaramaiah for Tanveer Saits exclusion from Cabinet
Bengaluru: Rehab centre owner, two employees booked for assaulting youth
Karnataka: AICC steps in as Congress battles aftershocks after Cabinet expansion
In an effort to address the turmoil within the Karnataka Cabinet, Randeep Singh Surjewala has been assigned to Bengaluru. Strain among disgruntled legislators and a vacant ministerial role is creating unrest within the ruling faction, as many MLAs are unhappy about their exclusion from recent Cabinet enhancements. Furthermore, the party grapples with issues in the Legislative Council linked to the Chairman's seat.
Residents stage protest against Bus Rapid Transit System in Dharwad
Bengaluru bike taxi crackdown: Karnataka seizes nearly 260 two-wheelers
Enforcement teams targeted unauthorised operators while the legal dispute over bike taxi permits remains pending before the Supreme Court.
Ex-Swiggy, Zomato execs raises $1.5 mn for AI career startup
Reduced rainfall leads to decreased Maharashtra discharge
KUDA adopts transparent lottery system for Hagaraga housing site allotment
KUDA chairman Mazhar Alam Khan says the dream project of late Qamar-ul-Islam is taking shape with Home Minister Priyank Kharges support and asserted that infrastructure works will begin within a month
Inscriptions key to tracing Karnatakas cultural links with neighbouring states: Kannada varsity VC
The Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada (CESCK) hosts workshop on Kannada inscriptions in Karnataka and beyond
Kalaburagi: District Science Centre to observe Hiroshima Day with educational programmes
He says there should be no shortage of seeds and fertilizers for farmers.
Narayanpur opens the gates, Tungabhadra builds reserves
Basava Sagar Reservoir passes on excess Krishna water received from Almatti, while Tungabhadra Dam retains inflows to rebuild storage after an early-monsoon deficit.
Hakki-Pikki people from Karnataka detained in Ivory Coast
There have been several cases of Hakki Pikki people landing in trouble in foreign lands in recent days. The community leader appeals people to take necessary permissions before doing trade in foreign lands.
The Home Minister has asked officials to submit a detailed report on the sulfur dioxide leakage, as well as safety measures at the pharmaceutical factory.
Upset at not being made a minister, Mr. Patil had earlier said that he was resigning from his Assembly membership as he felt that there was no place for loyalty and honesty in the Congress.
Supersede BCC if it doesn't pass resolution supporting Mahajan commission: Vatal Nagaraj
He says that Kannada organisations have decided to go ahead with the Karnataka bandh on August 13 against releasing water to Tamil Nadu, despite the appeal by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and other leaders to not do so.
IAF band to perform at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru on August 9
Santosh Lad welcomes BJP leaders drought study, requests them to submit early report to Centre
He says that portfolio allocation was likely to happen in the next two to three days and he would happily handle the portfolio allotted to him.
Karnataka SIR: Over 1.11 crore ASDDO voters identified
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V Anbukumar on Wednesday, August 5, said the ongoing special revision of the electoral rolls has identified more than 1.11 crore voters under the ASDDO categoryAbsent, Shifted, Dead, Duplicate and Others. The enumeration exercise will continue until August 8. Addressing reporters, Anbukumar said enumeration forms have been distributed to 5,54,32,314 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Denied Cabinet berth, but not disheartened, says B.R. Patil
Mr. Patil thanked party workers and supporters who had expressed disappointment over his exclusion from the Cabinet.
Man hacked to death while riding bullet motorcycle in Raichur district
According to the police, the attackers intercepted him on the road and assaulted him with deadly weapons.
Commission directs Kalaburagi-Yadgir DCC Bank to appoint Public Information Officers and comply with mandatory disclosure provisions
RTE quota seats fall 28% in Karnataka as school recognition delays bite
A viral X post by Shankar von Mysuru has reignited the debate over Bengaluru's rising housing costs, with many users saying homeownership is becoming increasingly difficult despite higher tech salaries. While several people shared experiences of soaring property prices across Karnataka, others argued that affordable resale homes are still available, leading to a wider discussion on whether the city is gradually pricing out its own workforce.
BJP protests re-induction of B Nagendra into Karnataka Cabinet
Bengaluru: The BJP on Wednesday, August 5, lashed out at the ruling Congress for re-inducting B Nagendra, who was allegedly involved in the Rs 89 crore Valmiki Tribes Development Corporation scam, into the state Cabinet and warned of protest if he continues in the post. Ballari rural Congress MLA Nagendra was among the 19 ministers Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dharwad dist marks breastfeeding week with awareness drive
After 9 years on the run, murder case suspect held by Mumbai Police from Goa
Investigators analysed information from social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, as well as commercial websites, etc. Technical surveillance and intelligence inputs helped police trace the accused's movements across Karnataka and Goa
Karnataka Minister Khandre Orders SOPs for VB-G RAM G Implementation
The minister noted that some Panchayat Development Officers had reported difficulties in implementing the scheme due to the absence of clear operational guidelines
TN Budget Eyes Cross-Border Metro Rail Link with Karnataka's Bommasandra
In his Budget address, the minister stated that the construction of Phase II of the Chennai Metro Rail Project, spanning 118.9 km across three corridors at an estimated completion cost of Rs 63,246 crore, is progressing at full speed
Karnataka To Introduce Dedicated Menopause Health Policy for Women
Named 'Ruthutaare', the policy, which is said to be a first of its kind in the country, will primarily focus on menopause-related issues among women
BMRCL gets new chief as Govt appoints senior IAS officer PC Jaffer as MD
Three workers die after chemical leak at Yadgir pharma unit
Yadgir: Three contract workers were killed and two others were critically injured after a suspected chemical leak at the CIL Laboratory unit in the Kadechur Industrial Area of Yadgir district during the night shift on Wednesday. The deceased have been identified as Vikram Singh and Sanjay Singh, both natives of Madhya Pradesh, and Ganesh from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India's first dedicated women's health policy to focus on menopause in Karnataka
The state of Karnataka is on the verge of introducing India's pioneering women's health policy, focusing on menopause and perimenopause. The program, known as Ruthuthaare, aims to raise awareness and facilitate early detection of related health concerns. As a key figure in this initiative, former MP Ramya will act as the brand ambassador, marking a promising endeavor to prioritize women's health issues that have long been overshadowed.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed serious concern over the prolonged delay in the trial of an alleged office-bearer of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI), observing that an undertrial cannot be kept in custody indefinitely while the prosecution proposes to examine hundreds of witnesses. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya [] The post Supreme Court flags delay in UAPA trial, seeks prosecution plan from Karnataka in PFI officebearer case appeared first on India Legal .
Chemical Leak in Karnataka Claims Lives of Three Workers, Two Injured
Bengaluru, August 5: A tragic incident occurred in the Kadechur industrial area of Karnataka, where a chemical leak from a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit resulted in the deaths of three workers and left two others critically injured. The deceased have been identified as Vikram Singh (30), Sanjay Singh (29), and Ganesh (25). The injured, Shivkumar and ... Read more Chemical Leak in Karnataka Claims Lives of Three Workers, Two Injured
IMD: Heavy rainfall over TN, Puducherry, Karnataka, kerala for next 3 days
The vigorous wind regime is also expected to sustain strong surface winds and frequent showers along stretches of the west coast and the interior peninsula
Mekedatu row explained: Why Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are fighting again
The first three days of Aero India are dedicated to business visitors while the event is open to the general public on the last two days
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar bets on bureaucratic think tank for governance reforms
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has formed a six-member Governance Committee. This committee comprises retired IAS officers known for their integrity and experience. The group will advise on administrative reforms and policy direction for the state. It aims to enhance bureaucratic efficiency and address governance challenges. This move mirrors past chief ministers who relied on experienced administrators.
KEA extends UG NEET 2026 application deadline to Aug 7 after server glitches disrupt services
Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline for UG NEET students to link roll numbers and submit new applications until August 7 due to server issues caused by heavy traffic. Students also reported problems with document verification slot bookings, while KEA said walk-ins would be allowed and further instructions would follow. The Kannada language test for eligible candidates has been postponed to August 9. Medical counselling schedules remain unchanged, though KEA is awaiting the medical seat matrix from NMC.
2 dead, 3 injured as SUV topples near Bengaluru
Why Dandeli is one of the best weekend getaways from Hyderabad
When Hyderabads fast-paced life starts feeling overwhelming, Dandeli offers the perfect excuse to slow down. Nestled in the lush Western Ghats of Karnataka, around 580 km from Hyderabad, this charming town is known as the Adventure Capital of South India. Surrounded by dense forests and the Kali River, Dandeli is where you can swap traffic Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
